Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Saudi Red Sea Authority released its 2024 report. It shows steady growth in Saudi Arabia’s coastal tourism sector.
The authority issued 28 tourism licenses. In addition, it introduced the first local rules for private yachts. Four new codes were also created to improve safety and the quality of tourist sites.
Moreover, the authority worked with the national mapping agency to publish 15 new maps. These maps now guide tourism planning along the Red Sea.
Training local talent remained a priority in 2024. As part of this goal, the authority teamed up with the Ministry of Tourism to train 1,011 Saudis. These programs prepared workers for jobs in hotels, marinas, and tourist services.
Meanwhile, inspectors visited more than 130 marinas and businesses. These visits improved safety and helped protect marine life.
Another major step was launching the Kingdom’s first coastal tourism insurance product. The authority developed it with the Insurance Authority. As a result, tourism operators can now manage risk more effectively.
Furthermore, the authority signed 16 agreements with public, private, and nonprofit organizations. These partnerships expanded resources and boosted service quality.
Because of its efforts, the authority won three major awards. These included the Japan Tourism Award, the Navigation Mapping Award, and the Tourism Entity of the Year title.
In summary, the Red Sea Authority report reflects progress toward Vision 2030. Through smart planning, strong partnerships, and skilled workers, Saudi Arabia is building a world-class coastal tourism industry.
